Get ready to transform and defend the Earth once again! The latest installment in the “Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE!” series, titled “Cute High Earth Defense Club HIGH COLLAR!,” is set to premiere on July 7, 2025, on TOKYO MX and BS NTV in Japan. This new anime promises a fresh take on the magical boy genre with a retro Taisho-era aesthetic and a whole new cast of characters.
What’s New in “HIGH COLLAR!”?
“Cute High Earth Defense Club HIGH COLLAR!” celebrates the 10th anniversary of the “Binan Koukou Chikyuu Bouei-bu” franchise. This new series features:
- A Retro Twist: The anime is set in a townscape reminiscent of the Taisho era, blending magical boy transformations with a historical setting.
- New Characters: A fresh cast of characters takes center stage as members of the Kurotama dormitory at Mayunan High School.
- Returning Director: Shinji Takamatsu, known for his work on “Gintama” and previous “Cute High Earth Defense Club” seasons, returns to direct the series at Studio Deen.
Story and Premise
The “Cute High Earth Defense Club” series revolves around a group of high school boys who are unexpectedly tasked with protecting the Earth. In the original series, the members of the “Earth Defense Club,” also known as the “Do-Nothing Club,” encounter a pink wombat who grants them magical powers. They transform into Battle Lovers and fight against the Earth Conquest Club, whose members seek to conquer the world.
While details about the specific plot of “HIGH COLLAR!” are still emerging, the promotional video and key visuals hint at a similar premise with new challenges and transformations. The boys will likely face off against a new group of adversaries while navigating high school life and their newfound responsibilities as magical defenders.
Meet the Cast and Staff
“Cute High Earth Defense Club HIGH COLLAR!” boasts a talented team of voice actors and staff members:
Cast
The main cast includes:
- Shinkuro Unzen: Voiced by Taiga Takano
- Narushi Sukayu: Voiced by Ryuho Nagaoka
- Sosuke Unohana: Voiced by Noriaki Kanze
- Ushio Oshamanbe: Voiced by Takahiro Koike
- Akuta Aso: Voiced by Taichi Kusano
- Sutoreito Domeki: Voiced by Tomoaki Maeno
- Samon Nyuto: Voiced by Yohei Azakami
- Tasuku Nekoma: Voiced by Daiki Yamashita
- Kyan: Voiced by Hiroki Yasumoto
- Dormitory Leader Gotenba: Voiced by Tomokazu Sugita
- Nuru: Voiced by Tomomichi Nishimura
The five voice actors for the main characters (Takano, Nagaoka, Kanze, Koike, and Kusano) will also perform as the “HIGH COLLAR Romandan” unit, while Maeno, Azakami, and Yamashita will perform as the “Bankara Shineitai” unit.
Staff
The key staff members include:
- Director: Shinji Takamatsu
- Series Composition: Takashi Oshima
- Character Designer & Chief Animation Director: Ayaka Murakami
- Music: yamazo
- Music Production: Pony Canyon
- Animation Production: Studio Deen
Theme Songs
Adding to the excitement, the opening and ending theme songs have also been revealed:
- Opening Theme: “HIGH COLLAR de GO!!” performed by HIGH COLLAR Romandan
- Ending Theme: “Zankou in your eyes” performed by Bankara Shineitai
A Look Back at the “Cute High Earth Defense Club” Franchise
Before diving into “HIGH COLLAR!,” let’s revisit the previous installments of the “Cute High Earth Defense Club” series:
- Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE! (2015): The original series introduced the Earth Defense Club and their battles against the Earth Conquest Club. The opening theme was “Zettai Muteki☆Fallin’LOVE☆” by the Earth Defense Club, and the ending theme was “I Miss You no 3 Metre” by the Conquest Club.
- Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE! LOVE! (2016): The second season continued the adventures of the Battle Lovers with new challenges and characters. The opening theme was “Futten Toppa☆LOVE IS POWER☆” by the Earth Defense Club, and the ending theme was “Anata wa Haruka Ittousei” by the Vepper/Beppu brothers.
- Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE! LOVE! LOVE! (2017): This OVA served as a “concluding chapter” for the graduating third-year students.
- Cute High Earth Defense Club HAPPY KISS! (2018): This season featured a completely new cast and a fresh take on the Earth Defense Club concept.
- Cute High Earth Defense Club ETERNAL LOVE! (2025): This anime film, released in January 2025, celebrated the 10th anniversary of the series and brought back the original staff and cast. The theme song is “Eternal Love Is Life” sung by all 24 characters.
Where to Watch
Crunchyroll has streamed previous seasons of “Cute High Earth Defense Club LOVE!,” so it’s possible that “Cute High Earth Defense Club HIGH COLLAR!” will also be available on the platform.
Why You Should Watch
If you’re a fan of magical boy anime, parody, and lighthearted stories, “Cute High Earth Defense Club HIGH COLLAR!” is definitely worth checking out. With its unique blend of genres, catchy theme songs, and colorful characters, this new series promises to be a fun and entertaining addition to the franchise. The retro Taisho-era setting adds a fresh visual style, while the returning director ensures that the series stays true to its roots.
Get ready to transform and defend the Earth with the new cast of “Cute High Earth Defense Club HIGH COLLAR!” when it premieres on July 7, 2025.
